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Episode 45: The United Nations at 75

Episode 45: The United Nations at 75

FromFault Lines


Episode 45: The United Nations at 75

FromFault Lines

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Length:
38 minutes
Released:
Oct 7, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The United Nations turns 75 but celebrations are muted as coronavirus has prevented the delegates from meeting in person.  Jodi, Jamil, Dana, and returning guest Andy Keiser discuss America's relationship with the UN and whether it is up for the task of taking on the challenges of today.  Should the United States defund the UN? Is China reshaping international institutions in its image? Why didn't sanctions "snapback" on Iran?  All these questions and more answered in this week’s Fault Lines.In our below the radar segment, Dana discussed the United States is planning to shutter its embassy in Baghdad, Jodi highlights the stunning statistic that 10% of the global population may have contracted Covid-19, Andy digs up President Trump's executive order on rare earth minerals, and Jamil emphasizes the importance of projecting military strength while President Trump was in the hospital. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Oct 7, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Fault Lines examines national security and foreign policy issues with expert perspectives from across the political spectrum. This motley crew will examine national security and foreign policy issues with perspectives from across the political spectrum, finding points of agreement and – often –disagreement along the way.Our regular cast of foreign policy experts includes Jodi Herman, Jamil Jaffer, Dana Stroul, and Lester Munson.Tune in to learn more about the issues dominating headlines and the news stories you may have missed. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.